Overview

Introduction to Weymouth, Massachusetts

Weymouth, Massachusetts, in Norfolk county, is 11 miles SE of Boston, Massachusetts. The town includes four distinct districts known as Bicknell Square, Weymouth Landing, Jackson Square and Columbian Square. Tang and the popular Bell's Seasoning are manufactured in the city. Weymouth has a large Irish population. Most of the land has been developed. It's included in the south shore region of the Boston Metropolitan area. The city took its name from a town in England.

Weymouth History

The original settlers created a plantation known as "Old Spain." The settlers were forced to leave the area due to stealing from the Indians and making threats to the Plymouth Colony. The town was established in 1635. A prominent shoe making industry began in the early years of the 1700's and was producing shoes until 1973.

Weymouth Attractions

  • Abigail Adams House was the birthplace of Abigail Smith Adams, the wife of President John Adams. She was also the mother of President John Quincy Adams
  • Canterbury-Libbey House is a notable historic home
  • East Weymouth features attractive Victorian Homes
  • The Fogg Library is an impressive old structure
  • The Whittmore House is an historic home
  • Washington School, located in Jackson Square is an historic building featuring Queen Anne architecture
  • Tireell House is a noteworthy old structure
  • Fogg Opera House is a notable historic building that has been converted to apartment units and retail shops
  • Town Hall is a recreation of the old Massachusetts State House

There are numerous nearby attractions including the US Naval Ship Building Museum, Old Ship Meeting House, Quincy Historical Society Museum, Richard J. Koch Park, Josiah Quincy House, South Shore Natural Science Center, EXPO Centre, historic Plymouth and the historic Quincy.

Weymouth Activities

Webb Memorial Park is located on a peninsula and offers scenic views of Boston and the Harbor Islands. It includes walking trails and areas for fishing. The Pilgrim Skating Arena is nearby. Residents enjoy the activities and entertainment located in Boston. There are numerous golf courses in the area including the Granite Links Golf Club and the Cohasset Golf Club. The nearby Natasket Beach is popular with residents. Hiking enthusiasts enjoy the close by Borderland State Park and Ames Nowell State Park.

Weymouth Transportation

Logan International Airport in Boston is the closest major airport. The MBTA provides bus services and the city is served by the MBTA Commuter Rail.

Weymouth Almanac

CategoryValue
CountyNorfolk County
Standard Zip Codes02188, 02189, 02190, 02191
Phone Area Codes33,96,17,781
Time ZoneAmerica/New_York
Approximate Latitude42.2
Approximate Longitude-70.96

Weymouth Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

Notes:

  • Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
  • Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

StationHINGHAM
Distance1.5 miles
Jan Temp20 to 37 F
Apr Temp38 to 57 F
Jul Temp62 to 81 F
Oct Temp42 to 62 F
Annual Precip49.8 inches
StationBROCKTON
Distance12.2 miles
Jan Temp18 to 38 F
Apr Temp37 to 58 F
Jul Temp61 to 83 F
Oct Temp40 to 63 F
Annual Precip48.2 inches
StationWALPOLE 2
Distance16.3 miles
Jan Temp18 to 36 F
Apr Temp37 to 58 F
Jul Temp62 to 83 F
Oct Temp41 to 62 F
Annual Precip46.5 inches

Nearby Cities and Towns

LocationPopulationMedian Family Income
Hingham6,290$200,750
Holbrook11,036$102,059
Hull10,424$111,425
Quincy94,121$92,813

Weymouth Public Libraries

Tufts Library
46 BROAD ST.
Weymouth, Massachusetts
(781) 337-1402

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Weymouth Hospitals

South Shore Hospital
(Non-profit)
55 Fogg Road

Weymouth Public Schools

Frederick C Murphy
417 Front Street
ZIP: 2188
(781) 331-2862
Primary
Total Enrollment 263
William Seach
770 Middle Street
ZIP: 2188
(781) 335-7589
Primary
Total Enrollment 375
Academy Avenue
94 Academy Avenue
ZIP: 2189
(781) 335-4717
Primary
Total Enrollment 347
Lawrence W Pingree
1250 Commercial Street
ZIP: 2189
(781) 337-2974
Primary
Total Enrollment 231
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School
1051 Commercial Street
ZIP: 2189
(781) 337-4500
Middle
Total Enrollment 966
Thomas V Nash
1003 Front Street
ZIP: 2190
(781) 340-2506
Primary
Total Enrollment 242
Weymouth High School
1 Wildcat Way
ZIP: 2190
(781) 337-7500
High
Total Enrollment 2055
Johnson Early Childhood Center
70 Pearl Street
ZIP: 2191
(781) 335-0191
Primary
Total Enrollment 225

Weymouth Private Schools

Sacred Heart Elementary School
75 Commercial St
ZIP: 2188
Elementary
Total Enrollment 226
South Shore Christian Academy
45 Broad St
ZIP: 2188
Combined Elementary And Secondary
Total Enrollment 252
Just Right Child Care
16 Church St
ZIP: 2189
Elementary
Total Enrollment 10
First Baptist Christian School
40 West St
ZIP: 2190
Elementary
Total Enrollment 119
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